Encouraging the people of the United States, particularly the youth of the United States, to observe the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the British slave trade and remember the life and legacy of William Wilberforce, a member of the British House of Commons who devoted his life to the suppression and abolition of the institution of slavery, and to work for the protection of human rights throughout the world.

Summary

Observes the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the British slave trade. Commends to the people of the United States the example of William Wilberforce and his commitment to each person's human dignity, value, and freedom. Encourages the people of the United States, particularly the youth, to: (1) observe the anniversary of the abolition of the British slave trade; (2) reflect on Mr. Wilberforce's dedication to the fight against slavery and his commitment to society's neediest; (3) recognize the value of every person; and (4) form high school clubs and groups working against modern day slavery and the trafficking of persons. Condemns all forms of human trafficking and slavery.

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Timeline

1. 13 February 2007

   Introduced

   Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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2. 13 February 2007

   Introduced

   Introduced in House

   Source: IntroReferral

3. 13 February 2007

   Introduced

   Introduced in House

   Source: IntroReferral

4. 27 March 2007

   Passed

   Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, (Amended) by Voice Vote.

   Source: Committee

5. 27 March 2007

   Committee

   Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

   Source: Committee

6. 17 April 2007

   Introduced

   Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3405)

   Source: IntroReferral

7. 1 May 2007

   Passed

   The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

   Source: Floor

8. 1 May 2007

   Passed

   Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

   Source: Floor

9. 1 May 2007

   Passed

   On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4239)

   Source: Floor

10. 1 May 2007

    Passed

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H4239)

    Source: Floor

11. 1 May 2007

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 158.

    Source: Floor

12. 1 May 2007

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4238-4242)

    Source: Floor

13. 1 May 2007

    Floor

    Mr. Payne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

    Source: Floor

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Sponsors

• Rep. Pitts, Joseph R. [R-PA-16] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Payne, Donald M. [D-NJ-10] · D · Sponsor
• Rep. McIntyre, Mike [D-NC-7] · D · Sponsor
• Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Wolf, Frank R. [R-VA-10] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Burton, Dan [R-IN-5] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Fortenberry, Jeff [R-NE-1] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Clyburn, James E. [D-SC-6] · D · Sponsor
• Sen. Flake, Jeff [R-AZ] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Poe, Ted [R-TX-2] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20] · D · Sponsor
• Rep. Miller, Gary G. [R-CA-42] · R · Sponsor
• Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Musgrave, Marilyn N. [R-CO-4] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Lamborn, Doug [R-CO-5] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Pence, Mike [R-IN-6] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Manzullo, Donald A. [R-IL-16] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Forbes, J. Randy [R-VA-4] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Barrett, J. Gresham [R-SC-3] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Franks, Trent [R-AZ-8] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Weldon, Dave [R-FL-15] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Cantor, Eric [R-VA-7] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Rogers, Mike J. [R-MI-8] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-17] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. McHenry, Patrick T. [R-NC-10] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Carter, John R. [R-TX-31] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Shadegg, John B. [R-AZ-3] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Aderholt, Robert B. [R-AL-4] · R · Cosponsor
• Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Neugebauer, Randy [R-TX-19] · R · Cosponsor
• Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Jordan, Jim [R-OH-4] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Roskam, Peter J. [R-IL-6] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Gohmert, Louie [R-TX-1] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Chabot, Steve [R-OH-1] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Doolittle, John T. [R-CA-4] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Garrett, Scott [R-NJ-5] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Campbell, John [R-CA-48] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Kingston, Jack [R-GA-1] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Feeney, Tom [R-FL-24] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Gingrey, Phil [R-GA-11] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Pickering, Charles W. "Chip" [R-MS-3] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5] · R · Cosponsor
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• Rep. Petri, Thomas E. [R-WI-6] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Bartlett, Roscoe G. [R-MD-6] · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Hobson, David L. [R-OH-7] · R · Cosponsor

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